Collectible coins, specifically the Roosevelt Dime, were first minted in 1946 to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The 1948 Roosevelt Dime holds particular interest among collectors, with its low mintage and historical significance. As part of the United States coinage, this ten-cent piece is crafted in a copper-nickel composition, showcasing the profile of Roosevelt on the obverse and a torch, olive branch, and oak branch on the reverse, symbolizing liberty, peace, and strength. Collectors often seek coins in high grade for their value and rarity within the numismatic community.